Product classification
HS code for Rubber cord: 5604.10
Rubber thread and cord, textile covered.
Classification of rubber cord under HS 5604.10
Rubber cord that has been covered with textile material is classified under HS code 5604.10. This classification is governed by the rules of Section XI (Textiles) and Chapter 56, which covers wadding, felt, and special yarns. Heading 5604 specifically includes rubber thread and cord, textile covered. The classification logic relies on the composite nature of the product: it consists of a core of vulcanised rubber (which provides elasticity) and an outer sheath of textile fibers (which provides protection, color, and limit to elongation). Under GRI 1, the product is classified here because the textile covering transforms the rubber from a simple rubber article of Chapter 40 into a textile-covered cordage product. This code is essential for distinguishing industrial elastic components from raw rubber materials or purely textile ropes.
- Covers
- Textile-covered elastic cords for apparel
- Bungee cords with textile braiding (small diameter)
- Rubber threads wrapped with cotton or synthetic yarn
- Elastic shock cords used in automotive or marine applications
- Textile-sheathed rubber strings for industrial fastening
- Also under 5604.10
- Prym (elastic components)
- Stretchline (elastic narrow fabrics)
- Fulflex (rubber thread)
- Nilit (specialty yarns, some elastic)
Codes often confused with 5604.10
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is HS code 4007.00, which covers vulcanised rubber thread and cord that is NOT covered with textile. If the rubber is bare, it must stay in Chapter 40. Another error involves HS code 5607, which covers twine, cordage, and rope; however, 5604.10 is more specific for rubber-cored items. Importers also sometimes mistakenly use 5609.00 for articles of yarn or cord, but that code is for finished articles made from cord, not the cord itself.
Top exporters and importers of HS 560410 (the code used for rubber cord), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 560410 (the code used for rubber cord) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 78% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 14% of world imports. Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 37% of its exports here ($4.6M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 560410, not only rubber cord.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $362M 78% of world exports
- 2 Sri Lanka $11M 2.3% of world exports
- 3 Germany $9.3M 2.0% of world exports
Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 37% of its exports here ($4.6M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $466M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$42M 14% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Cambodia* ~$23M 7.6% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$14M 4.8% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $297M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for rubber cord
Brazil classifies rubber cord under NCM 5604.10.00: HS 5604.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about rubber cord
What is the HS code for Rubber cord?
The HS code for Rubber cord is 560410 (Rubber thread and cord; textile covered). The HS code for rubber cord that is covered with textile material is 5604.10. Bare rubber cord is classified under 4007.00.
How do I classify Rubber cord for customs?
Rubber cord is classified under HS code 560410 — Rubber thread and cord; textile covered. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include heavy-duty bungee jumping ropes?
Generally, yes, provided they consist of a rubber core covered by a textile braid, though very large diameter ropes may sometimes be scrutinized under heading 5607 depending on their construction.
Which countries are the top exporters of rubber cord (HS 560410)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 560410 (the code used for rubber cord) in UN Comtrade data were China ($362M, 78% of world exports), Sri Lanka ($11M) and Germany ($9.3M). World exports came to about $466M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 37% of its exports here ($4.6M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of rubber cord (HS 560410)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 560410 (the code used for rubber cord) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $42M, 14% of world imports), Cambodia (about $23M) and Bangladesh (about $14M). World imports came to about $297M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Rubber cord the same in all countries?
The base HS code 560410 for Rubber cord is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for rubber cord in Brazil?
In Brazil, rubber cord (HS 560410) is classified under NCM 5604.10.00.